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Dorra, Djibouti

Tadjourah · Djibouti

Dorra is a small town in Tadjourah, Djibouti with a population of 1,873. Elevation: 951 ft (290 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,873 Population 11,018/sq mi density
951 ft Elevation 290 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 29°C
5.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Dorra

Dorra is a village in Djibouti in the mid-north of Tadjoura Region, the largest region. It is located about 237 kilometers north-west of Djibouti City and 65 km (40 mi) south of the border with Eritrea and east of the border with Ethiopia. At Dorra rock paintings have been found.

People

Population1,873
Density11,018/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (29°C)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Population1,873
Population Density11,018 / sq mi
Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Coordinates12.1503°, 42.4762°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceTadjourah
Average Temperature85°F (29°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation5.9 inches (149 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dorra

Dorra is a small town in Djibouti (Tadjourah) with a population of 1,873. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet (290 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Dorra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 5.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average84.5°F
56% above Djibouti avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density11,018/sq mi
Coordinates12.1503°N, 42.4762°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.9"
85% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.10"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2.

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 80 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 62 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 84 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 79 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 127 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 97 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 96 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 108 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 87 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 94 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 133 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 60 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 76 km
Jun 12, 2011 70 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.0 148 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 116 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 46 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 111 km
May 30, 2015 11 km N of Djibouti, Djibouti M4.7 91 km
Mar 9, 1997 30 km NE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.7 114 km
Jan 26, 1997 38 km N of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M4.7 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Manda-Inakir (39 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 39 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 45 km
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 63 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 89 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 134 km
Dubbi Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1861 175 km
Hanish Shield 422 m (1,385 ft) Unknown 177 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 177 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.3 in
June 92°F (34°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 93°F (34°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 92°F (33°C) 1.1 in Wettest
September 90°F (32°C) 0.7 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in

Dorra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 76°F in January to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.1") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Dorra

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège et École primaire de Dorra كلية ومدرسة ابتدائية درة - - - -
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Airports Near Dorra

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djibouti-Ambouli AirportJIBLarge Airport
Assa-Gueyla Airport-Small Airport
Chabelley Airport-Small Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dorra

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosquée de Dorra مسجد درة

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
294 m (965 ft)

🇩🇯 About Djibouti

Capital Djibouti
Population 958,920
Area 23,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,898,447,007
GDP per capita $3,381
HDI 0.513
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 65.0%
Urban population 72.8%
Currency DJF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French
Calling code +253
TLD .dj
Driving side right

Volcanoes Near Dorra

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m 1928

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dorra

What is the population of Dorra?

Dorra has a population of 1,873 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 11,018 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dorra?

Dorra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches.

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